Dave5020507

Although the layout of this course is poor, the course conditions have definitely increased considerably since the last time I played here roughly 5 years ago. The fairway grass was very good and the greens were great.

I’ve played Pakenham frequently over the years but haven’t been back for 5-6 years. With father’s day, we decided to go back since I remembered it as a good track with good value.
How terribly disappointed we were with the lack of maintenance. Under growth is completely out of control, pathways are all falling apart, some of the memorable tee boxes have been decommissioned because of the pack of maintenance and the greens (the most important part of any course) are half dead with either an infestation or lack of growth.
The owners obviously have stopped investing in the course and are just sucking the money out.

With so many other courses to choose from In the Ottawa area, don’t bother with Pakenham. Save your money or pick another course.

Sorry to see the course fall into such condition, what a great layout and such potential.